Pediatric Endocrinologist

PEDIATRIC ENDOCRINOLOGIST

DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY & IWK HEALTH CENTRE

HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA, CANADA

The Division of Endocrinology in the Department of Pediatrics at Dalhousie University and the IWK Health Centre is seeking a colleague to fill a full-time academic position (1.0 FTE) at the assistant, associate, or full professor level.  While the individual will be expected to participate in diabetes and general endocrine clinical care, an individual with a willingness to support trans health is required.  Other areas of special interest in Endocrinology and Diabetes are welcomed.   Research or teaching as an academic focus is a possibility, with an appropriate portion of FTE to support this, based on qualifications. 

Call and service will be shared amongst 3.8 pediatric endocrinologists.  The Endocrine division has active interests in various areas including diabetes, trans health and involvement in collaborative or industry sponsored research in other areas of endocrinology.   Education of medical students, residents and allied health professionals is another area of strength within the Division.  The Endocrine physicians are supported by a strong interdisciplinary team (dedicated Diabetes Educators (nurses and dieticians), Endocrine nurses, a research coordinator, social work and booking and clerical staff).  The successful candidate will have a keen interest in academic medicine, the ability to collaborate effectively with all members of the multi-disciplinary team and will be expected to participate in team-based health care and teaching, both at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

The IWK Health Centre is the tertiary pediatric and women’s Health Centre for the three Maritime Provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island, with a combined population of 2 million. Dalhousie University, Atlantic Canada’s leading research university, offers a range of collaborative research and teaching opportunities.

Qualifications must include an MD (or equivalent) and subspecialty certification in Pediatric Endocrinology from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (or equivalent).  Eligibility for licensure in the Province of Nova Scotia is essential. 

Halifax, with a metropolitan population of almost 500K is a lively harbor city, balanced by excellent and diverse cultural venues.  It has a thriving arts and music scene, and it is the business and economic centre of Maritime Canada. 

Interested candidates must submit a current CV and a statement outlining their academic, teaching and research interests.  Candidates must also provide the names and contact information for three referees (at least two of which must be academic). 

Open Until Filled -  Review of applications will tentatively begin on December 1, 2022

To apply for this position, please go to:     http://dal.peopleadmin.ca

Dalhousie University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness.   The university encourages applications from indigenous person (especially Mi’kmaq), persons with a disability, racialized persons, including persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.   For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity

Dalhousie has a COVID-19 vaccine mandate that is currently in place. The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of full vaccination, or may seek an accommodation from Dalhousie’s vaccine requirements on grounds protected under provincial human rights legislation. Please visit the Campus Check website for more information.